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Sleep deprivation in intensive care units (ICUs) significantly contributes to delirium. Implementing multidisciplinary strategies like sleep hygiene and adjusted care can reduce delirium incidence in critical care patients.

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  • Sleep science
  • Neuroscience

Background:

  • Sleep deprivation is a prevalent issue in intensive care units (ICUs).
  • It is recognized as a significant factor in the development of delirium among adult ICU patients.
  • Frequent care interactions, environmental factors (light, noise), and medications are identified risk factors.

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    • Consistent themes emerged regarding sleep deprivation in ICUs.
    • Identified modifiable and nonmodifiable risk factors for sleep disruption.
    • Highlighted the link between sleep deprivation and delirium.

    Conclusions:

    • Preventing and managing sleep deprivation is crucial for reducing delirium in ICU patients.
    • A multidisciplinary approach involving sleep hygiene, nursing care plans, and medication management is recommended.
    • Improving sleep in ICUs may lead to better patient outcomes, including decreased delirium incidence.